The term "simpleton" was unnecessary there, how about normal "can't-drive-because-I'm-not-old-enough-and/or-good-enough"?

That softens the blow a little... but it's like putting a pillow in front of you the moment before the truck runs you over. It still hurts. >_>

I don't beat around the bush. The truth hurts, either deal with or live a sheltered existence. I choose to deal with it.

I don't want a big car, particularly. I have no need for acreage, and I don't like the fuel bills. But I don't want a small one because they're all like supermarket own-brand cola: weedy imitations of the real thing - Jeremy Clarkson

Pfft, I didn't hurt his feelings. Chingy's tough, he can handle something that small.

I don't want a big car, particularly. I have no need for acreage, and I don't like the fuel bills. But I don't want a small one because they're all like supermarket own-brand cola: weedy imitations of the real thing - Jeremy Clarkson